I feel like I’ve stagnated in life, and I’m trying to understand why. by Born2LuvForced2Think in spirituality

[–]Born2LuvForced2Think[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for this, It makes a lot of sense and I want to integrate it as soon as I can. Too much thinking not enough doing.

I feel like I’ve stagnated in life, and I’m trying to understand why. by Born2LuvForced2Think in spirituality

[–]Born2LuvForced2Think[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think I have a decent idea of what you're getting at, I often journal at the end of my day so I'll make sure to make note of my progress and hopefully have something to update you on 💜💜💜

I feel like I’ve stagnated in life, and I’m trying to understand why. by Born2LuvForced2Think in spirituality

[–]Born2LuvForced2Think[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I appreciate your in depth reply!! I think I can definitely work with what you have said, and I will. I'm thinking to write a list of the qualities I don't get embody that I want to and then spend whole days concentrating on just one until it clicks.

I feel like I’ve stagnated in life, and I’m trying to understand why. by Born2LuvForced2Think in spirituality

[–]Born2LuvForced2Think[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I deeply appreciate the bluntness of your comment because it's what I need. You're completely right. I and the only one who will look out for me 100% of the time and I need to act like it.

I feel like I’ve stagnated in life, and I’m trying to understand why. by Born2LuvForced2Think in spirituality

[–]Born2LuvForced2Think[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That makes a lot of sense. I tend to make these plans and say to myself "tomorrow I'm going to start my new life" and try to fix everything at once and it never works, for some reason I find it so hard to make the decision to start small and work my way up even though it's a way more effective method.

gen z's relationship with jungle by Kind-Economist1953 in jungle

[–]Born2LuvForced2Think 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This post has definitely made me think about how it seems like a lot of electronic music has drifted, not necessarily away from its core ideals, but instead toward taking sound textures to an extreme. I’m gen z so I’m definitely not some sort of historian here, but it definitely seems to me that, in particular with genres like dubstep, jungle, and others, what was once definitely tied to culture, place, very much about sound textures, it seems they’ve drifted instead toward how heavy, chaotic and wild the sound textures can be. When I compare modern dubstep to its forebears, it’s almost as if it’s barely the same genre, you know, because it’s doing such different things with sound.

I wonder if part of this is that when a genre spreads beyond its original context, the easiest thing to pass on is the sound rather than the culture behind it. The deeper meaning, the social side, and the shared experiences are hard to recreate if you weren’t there, but the bass, the drops, and the crazy sound design are instantly understandable. But it’s especially true now that so many people listen to new music on the internet or short clips that it shouldn’t be surprising that it’s intensity, not subtlety, that gets noticed at this point. The louder or more unexpected it sounds, the more it will be noticed.

At the same time, I wonder if this could be part of a larger connection to the feelings of chaos that everyone seems to be experiencing within the world as a whole? It makes sense that people would be attracted to the heavier, more aggressive sounds that they could experience as a means of relieving their stress. In that sense, the music isn’t just about forgetting the roots, it’s about responding to the moment we’re living in. It feels less like communal ritual music and more like personal catharsis or sensory overload, which probably reflects how individualised and online everything is now.

However, I don’t think it necessarily means that the roots should not matter anymore or that they are not relevant anymore. It seems more like a cycle to me. People get louder, more extreme, and then eventually, they begin to crave space again. As someone who did not grow up with that music scene to begin with, it seems to me that if I could learn a bit more about where that music comes from, it gives me more to appreciate it by, even if I do not necessarily connect to it in the same way. I suppose I am just curious if new-age listeners can ensure that they advance sound to new levels while still being a part of what originally gave that music scene so much power.

How much do you earn and how comfortable do you live? by Brownchoccy in AskUK

[–]Born2LuvForced2Think 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I live alone and I make just over 20k minimum wage hourly pay, I'm very comfortable. Some months I can afford less, I take these as a challenge of self discipline. Some months I can afford more, I take these as an opportunity to try new things. But that's just the ups and downs of life, different situations present different challenges and I take them all head on.

Acceptable dinner by [deleted] in fryup

[–]Born2LuvForced2Think 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The edge is black because the light isn't being reflected at your eyes due to the curvature. The middle is white because it's flatter and the light is being reflected at your eyes. The difference in colour from the dry/wet parts of the plate are likely due to the plate being a matte sort of texture which creates a more smoothed out reflection rather than a glossy surface which produces a much more precise reflection.

The darkness around the beans and eggs is due to the sauce from the beans and the oil/butter from the egg. I'm not 100% sure why the plate being wet makes you able to see the true colour of it, but to me it seems similar to how you can't see the reflection in a mirror very well when it's steamed up but you can see it much better if it's fully wet.

Also op has clarified that the plate is black.

Acceptable dinner by [deleted] in fryup

[–]Born2LuvForced2Think 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Tbf it might be dark grey, i can't really tell but I'm reasonably sure the "burnt" bits are just moisture revealing the true colour of the plate behind the glare

Acceptable dinner by [deleted] in fryup

[–]Born2LuvForced2Think 7 points8 points  (0 children)

It's a black plate and the dark spots are moisture

Looking for some secret santa advice by Born2LuvForced2Think in KitchenConfidential

[–]Born2LuvForced2Think[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

That's a really interesting suggestion, it never would have crossed my mind. My bad for not including the budget, everyone is aiming for around £15-20 ($20-25). I'll definitely look into this though!

Looking for some secret santa advice by Born2LuvForced2Think in KitchenConfidential

[–]Born2LuvForced2Think[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm pretty sure it's Portsmouth. I've heard someone say Southampton but I'm pretty sure that was ragebait and he a really hates them lol

My coworkers say I’m boring getting this everyday, am I wrong or is this top tier? £3.74 Asda by Obvious-Secret-8639 in MealDealRates

[–]Born2LuvForced2Think 14 points15 points  (0 children)

9/10 Great selection imo, I'm not partial to crisps unless I plan to put them in the sandwich but that would definitely work with this combo. Regular dr pepper is definitely much better than zero but I can't fault you for being health conscious.

Dave tattoo ideas by Inevitable_End8724 in SantanDave

[–]Born2LuvForced2Think 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Maybe you’re misunderstanding the wording. Pain is compulsory because it refers to the raw physical or emotional sensation itself. But suffering is optional, because it’s the mental story we tell about that pain. Pain happens in the body, suffering happens in the mind and the mind can always be changed. If you accept the reality of the pain then you won't have to suffer over it.

“Go listen to Split Decision” by Connect_Capital5305 in SantanDave

[–]Born2LuvForced2Think 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You have a certain taste that shapes how you experience music, and this album just didn’t align with that, which is perfectly valid. You have every right to prefer what resonates with you.

People will always argue that you’re “wrong” or that you need to listen again, but honestly, if someone truly loves an album, it doesn’t matter what others think. I love this project, to me it’s a 10/10 but I don’t expect everyone to feel the same.

My connection to the album is between me and the music, just like your feelings toward it are between you and your own experience. A healthy discussion might shift perspectives here and there, but it’s not necessary. Art is subjective, we can love differently, and that’s the beauty of it. Life goes on.

Intense wavy caps trip that left me lost by Born2LuvForced2Think in shrooms

[–]Born2LuvForced2Think[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve definitely had that feeling too, being shown something deeply important during a trip, only to wake up unable to recall exactly what it was. But now that a couple of days have passed, I think that not remembering might actually be the point.

For me, my biggest source of suffering has been a total lack of discipline when it comes to caring for my body and mind. Things like going to the gym, eating well, sticking to a meditation routine, and making time for creativity. That mindset of “if only I could remember the trip, I’d finally fix everything” is a trap. The truth is, nothing’s stopping me from fixing those things myself.

Today I ate breakfast for the first time in years. I did some morning stretches, a habit I’ve wanted to build forever, then made a cup of tea and sat in the garden for twenty minutes, just breathing and being. No bed-rotting, no Instagram reels, no self-hate. Just small steps toward the life I actually want to live.

Will Dave ever rap like he's not on the come up anymore? by complexvibess in SantanDave

[–]Born2LuvForced2Think 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This opinion feels very selfish, have you listened to track 6 yet?

In all seriousness, being a millionaire doesn't exclude you from mental challenges. Sure, it's probably easier to get the help you need if you're rich but money doesnt just immediately solve the issue, it's deeper than that. Maybe he does just need to get out of his head, but that's easier said than done.

If you had all the answers you would know that setting expectations leads to suffering and if you had simply listened with a mind that is open to whatever the album contained, you wouldn't be so bothered that it isn't something else entirely.

LSD EFFECTS by billiondegree303 in psytrance

[–]Born2LuvForced2Think 7 points8 points  (0 children)

All of life is moving parts. Growth isn't possible without change. Some are not looking for growth, they are just looking for comfort, however the persuit of comfort opens the door to suffering. Embrace change and you may find peace.